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Walter Bond is the Co-Founder of Peak Performers Huddle, an online training platform for business owners, leaders, and anyone focused on seriously growing and developing their business and people. Today, he advises corporate leaders and coaches them toward radical growth and sustained culture and business transformation.
Bond graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1991, where he played basketball for four years. After breaking his foot twice during his senior year, Bond thought his dream to become a professional basketball player was dead. But with the right mindset, dedication and perseverance to be the best performer, Bond fulfilled his dream.
On November 7, 1992 Bond became the first ever undrafted rookie to start for the Dallas Mavericks in a season-opening game in the National Basketball Association. The following game Bond scored 25 points against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the highest ever for a rookie for the Mavericks – a record lasting nearly 30 years until Luka Doncic eclipsed that record.
As an athlete, Bond played on several high level teams. in the Elite Eight while playing for the Golden Gophers of Minnesota and while with the Utah Jazz competed in the Western Conference Finals in 1994.
Bond excelled at teamwork throughout his time as a basketball player with Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons and Utah Jazz. Though he loved playing basketball, Bond had his eye on a bigger post-professional basketball career. Becoming a motivational speaker.
Bond not only reached his goal but excelled at it so much that in 2015 the Council of Peers Award for Excellence Speaker inducted him into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame®, making him one of less than 200 speakers alive today to have that distinguished recognition.
In 2012, Bond joined the Food Network as Host of Giving You the Business
Today Bond is one of the most highly coveted motivational keynote speakers, with over 2,000 speaking appearances. Each year, 100+ companies & organizations trust Bond to coach and inspire their teams to champion-level greatness.
Bond’s messages include Business Transformation, Culture Building, Teamwork and Accountability.
Through his Peak Performers Huddle platform business owners, executives, managers and employees are trained on the Champion’s Roadmap.
The Bond Group is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
Walter Bond has been married to his wife and business partner for 30 years & they have 3 adult children-Wesley, Kendall & Cori.
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No one can stop you but you
Is Walter Bond's journey story of going from a college reserve to starting in the NBA 18 months after a broken foot incident that left him sidelined during his senior year of college. This traumatic injury left him questioning his abilities, what was next for him, and how he could make it to the NBA now. With a mindset of never giving up and resiliency, Walter shifted his attitude and got into gear to hit his goal of playing with the most elite players in the world by putting in the hard work to get there. Walter's storytelling abilities will engage your audience and get them so locked in that they will stay engaged the entire hour. To achieve what some think is unimaginable, mastering the mindset and developing the skillset toward the goal is what Walter teaches his audiences how to go back and execute on a higher level.
Shark Mindset
The Shark Mindset became an internet sensation as Walter Bond communicated in his passionate style the tangible traits of Sharks that make them the Apex Predators of the Ocean. This Mindset can be embedded in each of us as relentless business people to grow and amplify our skills on a daily basis. Numerous organizations across the world have adopted it as a unifying call to team up and be more focused, resilient, and determined in daily habits, efforts, and approaches.
Cultivate: Building a winning workplace culture for lasting success
In today's ever-shifting business environment, a thriving workplace culture is more crucial than ever for sustained success. Drawing insights from Walter Bond's transformative book, "Cultivate, this keynote addresses the vital strategies and principles that empower organizations to foster a positive, high performing culture. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking session that delves into the essence of cultivating a winning workplace culture. Learn how to nurture a sense of purpose, promote effective communication, and build a cohesive team that is driven by shared fate, values, and goals. Discover practical steps to create an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and committed to excellence to propel your organization forward.
ACCELERATE: FAST TRACK YOUR GROWTH AND BOUNCE BACK STRONGER
In today’s fast-paced world, businesses and professionals must adapt swiftly to stay ahead of the curve. Join renowned speaker Walter Bond for an exhilarating keynote designed to help you accelerate your success, fast-track your growth, and bounce back stronger from any setback. This transformative session will equip you with the insights and strategies needed to elevate your business and career rapidly. Walter Bond will share actionable steps to help you adapt, innovate, and thrive in a constantly evolving marketplace. Speed is Power.
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